Macragge Blue vs Beaten Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 20.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Beaten Purple is more saturated, warmer than Macragge Blue.

Can I use Beaten Purple instead of Macragge Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 21). Beaten Purple is more saturated, warmer than Macragge Blue.

Can I use Macragge Blue instead of Beaten Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Macragge Blue is more muted, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.